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In this section of Torque News we report the latest news and developments about Rivian electric vehicles and trucks. Rivian is an American electric vehicle automaker and automotive technology company founded in 2009. Rivian is building an electric sport utility vehicle and pickup truck on a "skateboard" platform that can support future vehicles or be adopted by other companies.

Glossy red car panel with reflective surface and door seam close-up
I Turned Off My Rivian’s Motion Camera for the First Time, And Of Course That’s When Someone Damages My Door
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner just wanted to save a little battery on her Rivian while camping, but what happened the moment she got back to a hotel says everything about how unpredictable life can be.
I Owned All Kinds of EV Trucks Ranging From Rivian to a GMC Sierra EV, But It Was the Ford F-150 Lightning I Ended Up Coming Back To Because of Its Ride Quality
I Owned All Kinds of EV Trucks Ranging From Rivian to a GMC Sierra EV, But It Was the Ford F-150 Lightning I Ended Up Coming Back To Because of Its Ride Quality
By Aram Krajekian on
This owner drove three of the top electric trucks across the country, but what made him circle back to the Ford F-150 Lightning says a lot about what really matters in an EV truck.
A sleek green electric SUV drives past modern buildings, showcasing its distinctive design and eco-friendly appeal.
I Switched From My 2020 Tesla Model X to a 2025 Rivian R1S After 5 Years, Tesla's Software Beats Rivian, My Model X HV Battery Had To Be Replaced Three Times
By Noah Washington on
He loved his Tesla Model X's software, but after 5 years and three HV battery replacements, this owner switched to a 2025 Rivian R1S.
Tesla Cybertruck
Tesla Cybertruck and All EV Trucks “Are the Worst If You Carry Loads, Trailer, Go to Worksites or On Vacation, The Limited Range and Refueling Is a Big Pain”
By Denis Flierl on
Why are EV trucks like the Tesla Cybertruck, Ford F-150 Lightning, Rivian R1T, and GM's trucks not meeting expectations? They fall short of truck buyers who use them for work, towing, and taking long trips. "They are a pain in the ass," one expert says. 
A gray Rivian SUV is parked in a garage, connected to an electric charger, while a person stands nearby, holding the charging cable.
My 2025 R1S Is a Great Vehicle Being Undermined by Its Software, Apple Music "Doesn't Remember Your Shuffle Setting," And I'm Considering Trading It In
By Noah Washington on
A "great vehicle being undermined by its software." This 2025 R1S owner's tale of frustrating infotainment and missing features reveals Rivian's biggest challenge.
Both My Rivian R1T and R1S Have Had Issues With the Phone Key App, But My Tesla Model Y Never Had This Problem
Both My Rivian R1T and R1S Have Had Issues With the Phone Key App, But My Tesla Model Y Never Had This Problem
By Aram Krajekian on
This isn't the typical kind of problem you expect from a luxury EV, but some Rivian owners are tussling with their phones to unlock their car that it’s starting to feel like part of the routine.
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The Volkswagen ID Buzz Was Supposed to Be a Hit, Here’s Why It Isn’t
By Chris Johnston on
VW sold under 2,000 ID Buzz Units in the U.S. in Q1 compared to over 20,000 Kia EV9s and 6,000 Tesla Cybertrucks sold in the same timeframe. The VW/Rivian partnership makes sense.
I’ve Been Tracking Carbon Dioxide Levels in My Rivian R1T, And What I Found Supports My Theory That Rivian Hasn’t Taken Cabin Air Quality Seriously While in Auto Mode
I’ve Been Tracking Carbon Dioxide Levels in My Rivian R1T, And What I Found Supports My Theory That Rivian Hasn’t Taken Cabin Air Quality Seriously While in Auto Mode
By Aram Krajekian on
One Rivian owner set out to measure something most drivers never think twice about, and what he uncovered might just surprise you.
My Brand-New Rivian R1S Died 45 Days In, Flooded Interior, Bent Door, and a Never-Ending Repair Saga
My Brand-New Rivian R1S Died 45 Days In, Flooded Interior, Bent Door, and a Never-Ending Repair Saga
By Narek Hareyan on
One small factory mistake turned a brand-new Rivian R1S into a flooded, undriveable mess, and what happened next shows exactly why early EV ownership isn’t always as smooth as it seems.
A Gray 2024 Rivian R1T pickup truck parked on a sandy beach, with water and greenery in the background under a clear blue sky.
I Spent $2,000 On a Device That Makes My Rivian R1T Drive Hands-Free Anywhere, But It Can't Handle Simple Turns That the Standard System Does Perfectly
By Noah Washington on
Want your Rivian R1T to drive hands-free on any road? This review of the Comma 3X reveals a promising but decidedly beta experience requiring more driver attention than expected.
A gray 2025 Lucid Air Touring is parked on sandy terrain, framed by beach grass and wooden posts, showcasing its modern design.
I Drive a Lucid Air GT and Rivian R1S, 'To Each His Own' But Only One Car Makes Sense for 780-Mile Trips
By Noah Washington on
He owns both a Lucid Air and a Rivian R1S, but for a 780-mile trip, only one made sense. Discover the surprising winner.
A gray 2025 Rivian R1T electric truck speeds through a green landscape, showcasing its modern design and dynamic movement.
A F-150 Driver Mocked My 'Foreign' Rivian Until I Told Him His Truck Is Built In Mexico, While Mine Is Made In Illinois, The Changing Face of American Auto Manufacturing
By Noah Washington on
"Who makes it?” For Rivian owners, that's their cue to drop some surprising facts. Horsepower, storage, and the "Rivian made in USA" difference.
After the Latest OTA Update, My Rivian R1T Front Camera Shows a Strange Horizontal Bar, This Might Be an Issue
After the Latest OTA Update, My Rivian R1T Front Camera Shows a Strange Horizontal Bar, This Might Be an Issue
By Narek Hareyan on
After Rivian’s latest update, a mysterious horizontal bar appeared on my R1T’s front camera, and what I discovered might change how you trust over-the-air updates forever.
I Was a Loyal Lexus Owner Up Until The LC 500, But After Seeing The RZ 550e, I’m Glad I Bought a Rivian Instead
I Was a Loyal Lexus Owner Up Until The LC 500, But After Seeing The RZ 550e, I’m Glad I Bought a Rivian Instead
By Aram Krajekian on
This Lexus fan thought the RZ 550e would rekindle his excitement, but one email and a bold comparison to Rivian changed everything. Here’s why this story might shift how you see legacy EVs.
A side-by-side comparison of two electric SUVs: a gold Volvo EX90 in a desert setting and a gray Rivian in an urban street.
I Almost Bought a Volvo EX90 Until I Drove The 2025 Rivian R1S, This Changes Everything About Luxury SUVs
By Noah Washington on
He almost bought a Volvo EX90, but one drive in the Rivian R1S changed everything. Discover what made this "immature product" win him over.
My Rivian R1T Got Hit While Parked and Charging, and Now I’m Facing a Mess That Might Cost More Than Anyone Expected
My Rivian R1T Got Hit While Parked and Charging, and Now I’m Facing a Mess That Might Cost More Than Anyone Expected
By Narek Hareyan on
A Rivian R1T owner got hit while parked and charging, what happened next reveals a hidden insurance nightmare that every EV driver needs to know before it’s too late.
White 2025 Rivian R1S parked beside a yellow vehicle, showcasing its design and distinct rear light strip.
I Traded My Rivian R1T For The New R1S, $66K Trade-In Value, Free Performance Upgrade, And $200 Less Per Month, The Surprising Reality of Switching Between Rivian's Electric Vehicles
By Noah Washington on
He traded his Rivian R1T for the R1S and discovered it's better in surprising ways. Smoother ride, tighter turns, more space, the unexpected reality of this EV swap.
I Was Denied the Colorado EV Tax Credit for My 2025 Rivian R1S, Even Though It Meets the Weight Requirement, and Now I’m Wondering If I Checked the Wrong Box
I Was Denied the Colorado EV Tax Credit for My 2025 Rivian R1S, Even Though It Meets the Weight Requirement, and Now I’m Wondering If I Checked the Wrong Box
By Narek Hareyan on
This Rivian R1S owner thought they did everything right to claim Colorado’s EV tax credit until a confusing checkbox, unclear state rules, and a rejected appeal revealed just how broken the system might really be.
A row of white Rivian R1T in a modern workshop, with a blurred figure walking past under bright overhead lighting.
My Rivian Sales Rep Promised $500 Credit and 6 Months Free Charging, One Month Later, All I Have is a $100K R1S And Radio Silence
By Noah Washington on
$500 credit and free charging... for someone else. One Rivian R1S buyer's frustrating Rivian customer service experience shows how easily good intentions can go wrong.
Three electric cars, Rivian, Tesla Model 3, and Lucid Air—are parked in a sunny driveway beside a modern house.
I've Owned Tesla 2024 Model 3, Rivian R1S, and Lucid Air in LA, Here's The Truth About Build Quality, Software, and Why Tesla Is The iPhone of EVs
By Noah Washington on
Brilliant, broken, and beautifully flawed. One owner's brutally honest EV comparison of a Lucid Air, Tesla Model 3, and Rivian R1S exposes their surprising strengths and weaknesses.
A family on a beach pulls a small boat from the water, with a Rivian R1S parked nearby under a clear sky.
My Rivian R1S Just Towed A Trailer 1,200 Miles, Battery Cooling Was An Issue, But I Averaged 1 Mile Per kWh At 70 MPH
By Noah Washington on
Can an EV really tow cross-country? One Rivian R1S towing adventure from coast to near-coast answers that question with surprising efficiency, despite a thermal hurdle.
Our Rivian's Door Got Out of Alignment After A Windy Day, After Getting A Repair Quote From the Service Center, It Made Me Question What Really happened
Our Rivian's Door Got Out of Alignment After A Windy Day, After Getting A Repair Quote From the Service Center, It Made Me Question What Really Happened
By Narek Hareyan on
A sudden gust of wind misaligned our Rivian’s door, but it was the repair quote that really blew me away and made me question what actually went wrong.
I’m Replacing My 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid With a 2022 Rivian R1T Adventure, But I Bought It Without Seeing It In Person and I’m Worried I Made a Mistake
I’m Replacing My 2021 Tesla Model S Plaid With a 2022 Rivian R1T Adventure, But I Bought It Without Seeing It In Person and I’m Worried I Made a Mistake
By Aram Krajekian on
This Tesla owner is trading in his Model S for an R1T he’s never seen in person. As delivery day approaches though, his excitement is giving way to some doubt. Here’s what his story reveals about buying EVs online.
I Want to Switch From Tesla to Rivian, But All I See Are Horror Stories, and I Need to Know If Anyone’s Happy
I Want to Switch From Tesla to Rivian, But All I See Are Horror Stories, and I Need to Know If Anyone’s Happy
By Narek Hareyan on
Thinking about ditching your Tesla for a Rivian? This honest, community-driven breakdown might be exactly what you need to read before making the leap.
California Highway Patrol's new gas-gulping V8-powered patrol car is shown
California Wants To Force You To Own an EV, but When It Chose a Special New Police Vehicle For the California Highway Patrol, It Chose A Big Honkin’ Gas-Gulper
By John Goreham on
Raise your hand if you are surprised by the hypocrisy, but when the Golden State chose its newest special undercover California Highway Patrol Cruiser, it picked a huge three-row gas-guzzling SUV, not a battery-electric vehicle. 
I Was Loving My 2025 Rivian R1T Until a Critical Battery Failure Left It Rebooting and Powerless In My Driveway
I Was Loving My 2025 Rivian R1T Until a Critical Battery Failure Left It Rebooting and Powerless In My Driveway
By Aram Krajekian on
An R1T owner attempted a routine software update, but the truck never recovered like it was supposed to. Here’s why this story reveals more of what’s emerging with Rivian’s Over-the-Air updates.
So I Got a Quote From Rivian for $4,800 For a New Windshield on My R1S, But It Sounds a Little Excessive
So I Got a Quote From Rivian for $4,800 For a New Windshield on My R1S, But It Sounds a Little Excessive
By Narek Hareyan on
What started as a simple windshield quote for a Rivian R1S turned into a $4,800 shocker that exposed just how wildly unpredictable EV repair costs can be, here’s what owners are saying, and why you need to double-check everything.
So I Feel Like We See All The Time Rivian Service Centers Are Bad, But I Got My R1T Truck Back in 3.5 Days Despite Needing Lots of Replacements
So I Feel Like We See All The Time Rivian Service Centers Are Bad, But I Got My R1T Truck Back in 3.5 Days Despite Needing Lots of Replacements
By Narek Hareyan on
Everyone talks about Rivian service nightmares, but this owner got his R1T back in just 3.5 days, with every issue fixed and communication that actually impressed him.
My 2025 Rivian R1S Tri Just Survived a Light Bar Short and a Cracked Windshield, but Now I'm Stuck Between a Long Wait, and a Complicated Fix
My 2025 Rivian R1S Tri Just Survived a Light Bar Short and a Cracked Windshield, but Now I'm Stuck Between a Long Wait, and a Complicated Fix
By Narek Hareyan on
After a rock disabled the light bar and another cracked the windshield, this Rivian owner now faces a tough choice between a 180-mile service visit with no loaner or relying on a local shop to handle sensitive sensor calibration.
My Rivian R1T Service Took Too Long to Book, But the Bigger Concern Was What It Exposed About Quality Control
My Rivian R1T Service Took Too Long to Book, But the Bigger Concern Was What It Exposed About Quality Control
By Aram Krajekian on
What started as a service visit turned into a revealing experience not just about the vehicle, but about how Rivian handles the growing expectations of its loyal owners.
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